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PROHIBITION, 1922. Officers of the Internal Revenue Service with a confiscated distillery
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PROHIBITION, 1922. Officers of the Internal Revenue Service with a confiscated distillery
PROHIBITION, 1922.
Officers of the Internal Revenue Service with a confiscated distillery and bottles of liquor, in Washington, D.C. 11 November 1922
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1922 Bootleg Bootlegger Bottle Moonshine November Officer Progressive Era Prohibition Prohibitionist Raid Roaring Twenties Suit Washington Whisky Distillery
Prohibition, 1922 - A Glimpse into the Roaring Twenties
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures a significant moment in American history during the Prohibition era. Taken on November 11,1922, in Washington, D. C. , it showcases a group of stern-faced officers from the Internal Revenue Service standing proudly beside a confiscated distillery. The image is filled with intriguing details that transport us back to this transformative period. Dressed impeccably in their suits and hats, these men embody the spirit of law enforcement during an era marked by rebellion against alcohol restrictions. Their determined expressions hint at the cat-and-mouse game played between authorities and bootleggers who sought to profit from illegal liquor production. The scene is further enhanced by rows of bottles and jars containing illicit moonshine whisky – evidence of a thriving underground industry that flourished despite nationwide prohibition laws. These confiscated items serve as tangible reminders of both defiance and indulgence within society. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported to an early North American cityscape where progressive ideals clashed with traditional values. It serves as a reminder that even amidst strict regulations, human ingenuity finds ways to adapt and thrive. This Granger Art on Demand print offers us a window into an iconic chapter in American history - one defined by speakeasies, flappers dancing to jazz music, secret raids like this one captured here - all contributing to the mystique surrounding the Roaring Twenties.
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